Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, a dish that brings together crispy salmon and a rich, velvety sauce made from roasted red peppers and coconut milk. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. It’s family-friendly, versatile, and can be prepared ahead of time for those busy weeknights. The combination of vibrant flavors and beautiful colors makes it not just a meal but an experience that will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs salmon fillets
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil (plus 1 Tbsp for cooking)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 5 large cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (16-oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 (15-oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- Optional: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 5 oz baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat 1 Tbsp of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Blend sautéed onions and garlic with the roasted red peppers and coconut milk until smooth.
- In another skillet, heat the remaining avocado oil over medium-high heat and season salmon with sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook skin-side down until crispy.
- Pour the red pepper sauce over the salmon; add cherry tomatoes and spinach if desired. Let simmer for about two minutes.
- Serve warm with garnishes like fresh herbs or lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 88mg